Lake Sandals - Also No

Posted on April 6, 2006 by Roland

Lake SandalsMy search for the best cycling sandal continues. When I called the folks at Harris Cyclery to return the Shimano Sandals they suggested Lake Sandals so I bought a pair.

They aren’t quite as nicely made as the Shimano Sandals and they have that same toe ridge on the sole that hurts my foot on the Schaminos. Plus the sole is quite curved and this effectlivey shortens the length of the sandal. If you buy a pair buy a size larger than normal. They have a toe bumper ridge on the front of the sandal and my big toe winds up sitting on top of the bumper ridge because of the curved sole. These sandals definitely don’t work for me but might work for you. They are lighter than the Schimanos and a good looking sandal.

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6 Responses to “Lake Sandals - Also No”

  1. Anonymous, on August 10th, 2006 at 9:04 pm Said:

    I found that the Lake sandals worked very well for me, alas, I am now needing a new pair and have found that Lake has discontinued making them. I can buy the Euro version from Bike Nashbar, but I’m still looking for the US version, in a 10 1/2-12. If you can point me in the right direction, I’d appreciate it.

  2. Roland, on August 11th, 2006 at 8:49 am Said:

    Sorry, I have only seen them with Euro sizing. Are you sure they are really different? Most manufactures in Europe offer in the 3 or 4 sizing systems but don’t change the product.

    However, American lasts are different than European lasts and if you have a wide foot you may need an American last.

  3. Anonymous, on March 19th, 2008 at 11:36 am Said:

    check out the KEEN bike sandals at REI. Nice…

  4. Roland, on March 19th, 2008 at 12:02 pm Said:

    Stange, I just bought a pair from Sierra Trading Post and like them a lot. I haven’t ridden with them yet but plan to definitely give them a try.

  5. Jud, on March 21st, 2008 at 2:46 pm Said:

    I have been riding with Lakes for several years, both road and MTB, and I’m about to buy my second pair of Lakes. I hear they may be a little heavier than Shimanos but I really like the lip around the toe. I have never had a foot injury mountain biking with them, although I have had other injuries. I recommend them highly.

  6. Roland, on March 21st, 2008 at 10:26 pm Said:

    Jud, shoes and sandals are very personal, glad you like that toe rim on the Lakes. Finding a sandal you like is a great discovery.

    They are much more open than the Shimanos and do have a heavy lip. If they didn’t have that ridge inside that hit a nerve in my foot I would have rated them just below the Shimano sandals. But unfortunately I can’t wear either.

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